1984 Suzuki Jimny vs. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Suzuki Jimny | 1997 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jimny | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2840 mm |
